Eva Green

[Melly5525]

Definitely not my fav dress shes worn, I was hoping she would wow me with some crazy couture but none the less very beautiful, i like t he dress from the side view when you can see the back.

 

[Empress Merel]

Me too. I bet this dress looked much better in person anyway, flash is never flattering on anything sheer black like that.

Probably. I've seen people say in the BAFTA 2011 thread who were watching the live stream, that she looked gorgeos. It was good to see her anyway, was she presenting?

 

[littlepaperstars]

In motion the dress looked completely different, much better. It had that lovely gothic twist that is so her. She presented the Rising Star award with Tom Ford

 

[littlepaperstars]

lil bit of Eva in Camelot
http://about-camelot.com/news/2011-02-26-49

 

[Captain_Lydia]

Arg, that looks so good. I wish I got Starz. Curses, must wait for DVD.

 

[HeatherAnne]

So apparently Cracks is coming to selected US theaters on Friday! I can't wait to see it on the big screen, as unfortunately I was one of the ones who had to watch this beautiful film online, as no film is meant to be viewed.

Getting nice reviews also!

Review: ‘Cracks’ An Elegant, Dramatic Debut By Jordan Scott

Niece of Tony Scott and daughter of Ridley Scott, there’s no doubt that director Jordan Scott has filmmaking in the blood but for her feature debut, the helmer has taken on subject matter as far removed from the usual tentpole ready, popcorn spectacle of her father and uncle. “Cracks,” which debuted at TIFF way back in 2009 and is finally getting a recently thank to IFC Films, is a film that seems curiously, not to be getting the attention it deserves and we’re not sure why. Assured and elegant, “Cracks” is a complex character study about the illusions we build that keep us from slipping into sanity.

When we first meet Miss G (Eva Green) she’s a breath of fresh air to the stodgy surroundings of the all-girls boarding school in England. Younger than the rest of staff, and dressed in the latest fashions, Miss G has a sort of John Keating effect on her students who are enraptured by her tales of daring adventure and stern, but effective enthusiasm that these young girls make something of themselves and challenge the conventions. Particularly taken with Miss G is Di (Juno Temple), the leader of the young pack of rebellious girls who fall under the teacher’s care. She is a clear favorite of Miss G’s who holds Di’s accomplishments as the standard and bar for the rest to follow. The rest of the students are only all too happy to let Di guide them and there is intricate, but steadily held balance of relationships that keeps students and teacher alike on an even keel.

However, all that changes with the arrival of Fiamma (María Valverde). The daughter of Spanish aristocracy, she is immediately an object of intrigue and jealousy among the group. She displays a worldly experience the rest of her classmates don’t have—she’s actually kissed a boy; packages from her parents arrive with strange stamps and ever stranger, more exciting gifts of foods and trinkets—moreover, she has traveled, setting foot in a number of different countries. Miss G immediately takes a shine to Fiamma, but something curious happens—the new student isn’t interested in the attention and she also sees right through her teacher’s tall tales. Miss G is immediately stung and insecure by the rejection and so begins a game of wooing her affections whether by whatever means necessary; even if it means pitting the other students against her in an effort to keep her in line. In the midst of all this Di is severely hurt and bewildered by Miss G casting her aside for this exotic new girl and Fiamma is left caught in the middle, between two warring sides to which Fiamma’s approval offers a window into a world outside the boarding school.

Certainly, the thematic breadth of the material is not new. The film is a unique mix that falls somewhere between “Dead Poet’s Society,” “Lord Of The Flies” and “Heavenly Creatures” and as enticing as that sounds, every beat and turn of the plot you’ll be able to figure out well in advance. That being said, “Cracks” remains utterly compelling and moving and it’s largely due to the talent both in front and behind the camera. Eva Green, who broke out in “The Dreamers” and made her mainstream mark in “Casino Royale” has since been stuck in failed tentpoles and ignored indies. What people tend to forget is that in attention to being breathtakingly beautiful, Green is a damn fine actress and her she shows off her chops in spades here. Watching Miss G slowly crumble from a strong leader to a vulnerable, desperate woman who needs her students adoration more than she lets on, is a wondrous transition to watch. Green plays the notes slyly, hiding her deteriorating emotional state behind those smoky eyes and fantastic wardrobe, revealing it instead in small gestures and nervous glances. On the other end of the spectrum, Juno Temple—who will emerge as one of the finest actresses of her age group if someone gives her a shot—remains steely even as Di’s allegiances shift seemingly day to day between Fiamma and Miss G.

But it’s under the guidance of Jordan Scott that all of this works so well. Unlike Ridley or Tony, her camera is unobtrusive, her style unfussy and humble. She trusts in the material—the film is based off a book by Sheila Kohler—and more importantly, she lets her cast do the work. Visually, the film looks gorgeous, not doubt aided by longtime Ridley Scott collaborator cinematographer John Mathieson (”Gladiator,” “Kingdom Of Heaven.” “Matchstick Men,” “Hannibal”) but the film also breathes easy in the pacing, which again, shuns the more twitchy techniques of her relatives. Scott shows a natural instinct for letting the dramatic arc of the film unfold naturally with any need to push or prod its flow, and it’s frankly a bit refreshing to experience. With the air and tenor of classic period drama, but which a much more modern emotional core “Cracks” is more than worth your time, even with its similarity other similarly styled dramas. It’s rare to find a film so heavily focused of rich, detailed female characters (there are no males in the film except for a few extremely minor parts) and even rarer one in which they are so well drawn. “Cracks” marks a strong debut from another member of the Scott family, and one we hope to see more from soon.


playlist -- indiewire

 

[cestmagique]

I only hope it will play around the country and not just in New York/Chicago! The reviews on Rotten Tomatoes are pretty abysmal but I couldn't care less, I want to see it.

 

[Jenna-maria]

I actually just ordered Cracks.
It is on DVD here in finland and I think in other european country also.
Also, I did order Franklyn. Has anyone seen it?

Oh, I am so excited!

Altough, there is one debbie downer:
I just cannot find The Dreamers anywhere, anymore...

 

[littlepaperstars]

I don't know if you can order from HMV but they have The Dreamers

 

[Alvedansen]

Screening of "Cracks" in NYC - March 16, 2011

tlfan

 

[lizzardqueen]

Love her shoes, face & personality

 

[glitterpeacock]

She always seems to ooze elegance. I want to be her.

 

[HeatherAnne]

I actually just ordered Cracks.
It is on DVD here in finland and I think in other european country also.
Also, I did order Franklyn. Has anyone seen it?

Oh, I am so excited!

Altough, there is one debbie downer:
I just cannot find The Dreamers anywhere, anymore...

I liked Franklyn, not a great film or "easy view", but solid and thought-provoking -- Sam Riley is great in it as well as Eva.

Cracks is a beautiful film, and I think Eva's best acting performance to date.

She looks gorgeous at the premiere, the all-black ensemble is so gorgeous against porcelain skin, with the perfect pop of color on her lips

 

[starblood]

Eva rocks that Ford's dress!

but the shoes...I find it horrible.

 

[Alvedansen]

adds

celebrity-paradise

 

[Jenna-maria]

Few sets from 2008.
I know that these are propably re-posts but she just looked amazing!

At Tatler Launch in Moscow, Russia.



Closing ceremony of the MEIFF in Abu Daph
HQ



evagreenweb

HeatherAnne- thanks from your review from the films.

I do not really care about her premiere look, anyway, she is Eva and I am glad to see new pictures from her!

 

[diesanni]

Those shoe look so tickling. I'm so not a fan of the black dress but her red lips make up for it. That face was graved by angels.

 

[girlyevil]

She's really toned it down in the last couple of years. I miss all the couture and crazy hairstyles!

 

[Melly5525]

Even those feather shoes are not my fav their at least interesting but the black dress is kinda boring, I miss her in McQueen. Those pics of her from 08 in that white gown are StunNing!!

 

[Empress Merel]

Tom Ford is all fine, but with you Melly that McQueen looks better on her.